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    P345 Slide Wear? Normal?

    I have an inquiry pending with Ruger on this but I was also curious what the rest of you think. Is this normal and to be expected with a handgun using this style of action? The photo is of the underside of the slide.
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    Bill Of Sale For Private Sales/Trades?

    Alright, this is something that has been nagging at me for quite a while and I thought I would get some input from you all. How does everyone feel about filling out a bill of sale when conducting private gun sales or trades? From what I gather our obligation when selling or trading firearms...
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    Great Online Gun Dealer

    Just thought I would quickly tell you fine folks about a terrific company I've recently dealt with. Kentucky Gun Company: http://www.kygunco.com I shopped around quite a bit and was lucky to find my new stainless Mark III Target at $399 with free shipping. It always pays to shop around when...
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    Three Screw Ruger Blackhawk Circa 1972 For $350?

    Would this be considered a good deal? Finish be damned I will just have it factory reblued if it needs it.
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    Mark III Help!!! Broken Part?

    Greetings, After opening my brand new Mark III Target I noticed something that disturbed me greatly. There appears to be a broken part on my new gun which hasn't had a shot fired other than factory testing. The problem is that I have no idea what this part is called. Could someone please help...
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    GP100 - Hammer/Trigger Spring Questions

    I did some research regarding spring changes on my GP100 and I would like to pick your brains a bit. From what I've read the stock springs are 14 lb hammer and 12 lb trigger. From what I gather the hammer spring is responsible for the primer strike pressure itself and the trigger reset spring...
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    Where To Buy Ammo Online?????

    So I've done the prerequisite search on TFL and I can't find a thread on this topic so here goes.... Any of you buy your ammo online? Have you found it to be cheaper? I am also interested in knowing if these online retailers tend to carry a decent selection of self defense rounds on top of the...
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    Why Magazine Safeties Are Dangerous.

    This story confirms why I will never buy a self defense handgun with a magazine safety. http://www.azcentral.com/community/phoenix/articles/2012/06/26/20120626phoenix-police-officer-shoots-man-who-punches-him-abrk.html
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    Gun Purchase DELAYED!?

    Hello, So I just got back from my FFL where I was informed that my purchase is being delayed after a phone call to whomever was on the other end of that line. I was told it could take up to 6 additional days. I did some digging around here on TFL and from what I've read my military security...
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    GP100 or SP101?????

    Hello, I'm torn between two firearms, which is far better than being torn between two women I guess... Here is my predicament; I'm looking for a first firearm (shot many, owned none) and I would like it to be a .357/.38 special wheel gun. As I am learning every firearm should first serve it's...
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    S&W 29-5 DX Opinion of Value...

    Hello all, My brother-in-law just picked up a Smith and Wesson 29-5 DX with an 8 3/8" barrel. He picked it up for less than $400.00 from a friend of his and I believe at that price he stole it. It is in about as perfect condition as my inexperienced eyes can tell. This was my first time seeing...
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    Firearms Guide For Beginners

    Hello all, I'm new to firearm ownership but not new to shooting. I spent time in the Navy shooting M14's, Beretta M9's, and various other larger firearms when the Gunners Mates were having a good day. Unfortunately the basics of what makes up a firearm and how to clean them and maintain them...
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